Wade Deisman
Criminologist at the University of the Fraser Valley specializing in policing, security, and intelligence, offering expert analysis on extortion dynamics and community trust.
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Feb 17, 2026 • 35min
The Bishnoi Gang’s Extortion Campaign in BC
Wade Deisman, a criminologist focused on policing and intelligence, offers expert analysis on extortion dynamics. Jinny Sims, former MP and radio worker, shares a first-hand account of a studio shooting and community impact. They discuss Surrey’s surge in extortion and shootings. They explore transnational links, why authorities struggle to respond, and calls for coordinated leadership and community resilience.
Feb 13, 2026 • 20min
How one Tumbler Ridge teacher kept his students safe
Wade Deisman, criminologist and associate dean offering expert analysis on policing and firearms. Jarbas Noronha, Tumbler Ridge mechanical shop teacher who led students through a lockdown and evacuation. They recount barricading the shop, planning an escape, staying calm under incoming messages, police interactions, firearms permits and investigatory challenges. The conversation focuses on safety, procedure and community impact.
Nov 25, 2025 • 20min
The extortion threats facing B.C’s South Asian community
Saurabh Sandhu, a CBC video journalist based in Surrey, sheds light on the alarming rise of violent extortion targeting the South Asian community. John Brewer, an RCMP Assistant Commissioner, discusses the police response and the complexities of the investigations. Criminologist Wade Deisman analyzes the motivations behind these crimes, linking them to broader social dynamics and political tensions between Canada and India. Together, they explore community fears, the reluctance of victims to speak out, and the urgent need for trust-building measures between the police and residents.
